Well-being at The University of Iowa is fostered by an environment that promotes healthy and purposeful living for all campus members. When employees feel well, they bring their best and true selves to work.

Healthy Behaviors

Learn about your well-being and get support for small steps that work for your lifestyle. 

Work and Life Support

Explore resources to support your family and financial well-being.

Short-Term Counseling

Meet with a licensed mental health counselor. There's no reason too small.

Workplace Safety

Access education programs and assessments to stay safe at work.

Get Started

Understand your current well-being.

Stay up to date on programs and services.

Download the program guide.

Explore resources anytime.

Iowa's Commitment to Well-Being

One of The University of Iowa's strategic plan priorities is holistic well-being and success. To accomplish this goal, the university plans to embed well-being and mental health into all aspects of campus culture to better support students, faculty, and staff. University Human Resources strives to provide resources for faculty and staff to support them throughout their relationship with the university.

Events

University holiday - offices closed

Monday, September 1, 2025 (all day)
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Summer Food Demonstrations

Online/Virtual
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Campus Wellness Scavenger Hunt

Campus, online/virtual

Stories

Why We All Need Sunscreen

Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Dermatologists address popular misconceptions around sunscreen use and provide recommendations to protect your skin.

UI Wellness pilots new tools, expands mental health services in response to workplace data

Thursday, June 27, 2024
Insights from the survey drive strategic decisions and ensure resources are allocated to meaningful programs and services like health coaching, the Emergency Hardship Fund, wellness grants, and personal training.